Geraniums are the most popular flowering plants for balcony boxes. In spring, we start preparing the plants for their summer splendour. It is important for geraniums to have loose-textured potting compost that allows water to drain easily. Our odourless Florimo Balcony and Geranium potting mix, thanks to its improved water retention and higher nutrient content, promotes flowering and supports the plants’ growth. 

When planting, we recommend using fresh potting compost and avoiding the use of soil taken from the garden in balcony planters, as this may introduce pathogens into the planter.

We recommend it when planting geraniums and annual flowering ornamental plants.

Our general recommendations for potting soils and growing media containing wood fibre:

• When planting, it is advisable to mix perlite into the soil to improve water retention.
• To ensure an adequate supply of nutrients, it is advisable to use organic or mineral fertiliser at the time of planting, even if this means changing our previous practice. In a fibrous growing medium, particular attention must be paid to the plants’ nitrogen supply.
• Options for replenishing nutrients:
  • Fertiliser solution: Apply every 1–2 weeks, or regularly in smaller doses mixed with the watering water. Don’t neglect your plant – keep an eye on its growth!
  • fertiliser stick: placed near the root zone, it ensures a continuous supply of nutrients.
    The two approaches can be combined, but they should be used in moderation.
• Extra care is required when watering:
  • the medium may dry out more quickly
  • The surface may appear dry, whilst it is still damp underneath, so always check the deeper layers of the soil as well
• Let’s take extra care to conserve water! To help with this, we recommend:
  • our ground cover plants,
  • our decorative clay granules

It does matter what quality of potting compost you buy. Choose certified quality!

Packaging: 10 litres, 20 litres, 50 litres